Council of Safety — Philadelphia

In Council of Safety, Philadelphia, December 7, 1776. Whereas the Safety and Security of every State depends on the virtuous Exertions of Individuals in its Defence; and as such Exertions can never be more reasonable and necessary than when a People are wantonly invaded by a powerful Army, for the avowed Purpose of enslaving them. Therefore resolved, That no Excuse ought to be admitted or deemed sufficient against marching with the Militia ... except Sickness, Infirmity of Body, Age, religious Scruples, or an absolute Order from the Authority of this State. resolved, That ... every Person who is so void of Honor, Virtue, and Love of his Country, as to refuse his Assistance ... be confined during the Absence of the Militia ... [Philadelphia: John Dunlap, 1776]



Printed handbill (9 1/2 x 7 1/4 in.; 238 x 185 mm). Light browning and spotting, previously folded.

Evans 43132